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$140+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to San Francisco Bay Area

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — SFO
Nov 12 — Nov 191
Wed 11/12
Wed 11/19
1 adult, Economy
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Thu 11/69:14 pmMSY - SJC
1 stop22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/176:19 pmSJC - MSY
2 stops16h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/11$223
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/69:14 pmMSY - SJC
1 stop22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/1412:27 pmSJC - MSY
2 stops24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/11$257
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/145:19 pmMSY - OAK
1 stop8h 40mAlaska Airlines
Wed 11/192:49 pmOAK - MSY
1 stop7h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/12$269
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/287:04 amMSY - SFO
Nonstop4h 58mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/17:20 amSFO - MSY
Nonstop4h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/12$269
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/237:25 pmMSY - SFO
1 stop6h 49mFrontier
Fri 10/316:34 amSFO - MSY
1 stop10h 26mFrontier
Deal found 10/12$270
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/99:14 pmMSY - SJC
1 stop22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/176:19 pmSJC - MSY
2 stops16h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/11$270
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/133:21 pmMSY - SFO
2 stops10h 53mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/238:53 pmSFO - MSY
1 stop16h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/11$275
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/132:35 pmMSY - SFO
1 stop7h 11mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/177:20 amSFO - MSY
Nonstop4h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/12$279
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/52:30 pmMSY - SFO
1 stop11h 01mJetBlue
Wed 11/128:00 amSFO - MSY
1 stop11h 15mJetBlue
Deal found 10/11$281
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/72:50 pmMSY - SFO
1 stop10h 41mJetBlue
Tue 11/188:00 amSFO - MSY
1 stop11h 15mJetBlue
Deal found 10/11$285
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/315:20 amMSY - SJC
1 stop7h 57mDelta
Sat 11/87:35 pmSJC - MSY
2 stops12h 59mDelta
Deal found 10/12$286
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/143:42 pmMSY - SFO
1 stop30h 28mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/258:53 pmSFO - MSY
2 stops36h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$288

Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to San Francisco Bay Area

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Orleans to San Francisco Bay Area flight deals. Data was last updated October 13, 2025.

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Round-trip from

$223
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$140
(Delta)

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August

Average price

$369
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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans to San Francisco Bay Area that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 13, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to San Francisco Bay Area that are best for you.

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New OrleansSan Jose

MSY - SJC

MSYSJC

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 11/6

9:14 pm-5:34 pm

1 stop22h 20m

San Jose

Fri 11/14

12:27 pm-2:47 pm

2 stops24h 20m

$257

New OrleansOakland

MSY - OAK

MSYOAK

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 11/14

5:19 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Oakland

Wed 11/19

2:49 pm-12:34 am

1 stop7h 45m

$269

New OrleansSan Francisco

MSY - SFO

MSYSFO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 3/18

2:38 pm-5:38 pm

Nonstop5h 00m

San Francisco

Sun 3/22

11:55 pm-9:44 am

1 stop7h 49m

$279

New OrleansSan Francisco

MSY - SFO

MSYSFO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 11/1

2:39 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop10h 52m

San Francisco

Sat 11/8

8:00 am-9:15 pm

1 stop11h 15m

$281

New OrleansSan Francisco

MSY - SFO

MSYSFO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 11/5

2:30 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop11h 01m

San Francisco

Wed 11/12

8:00 am-9:15 pm

1 stop11h 15m

$281

New OrleansSan Jose

MSY - SJC

MSYSJC

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 10/31

5:20 am-11:17 am

1 stop7h 57m

San Jose

Sat 11/8

7:35 pm-10:34 am

2 stops12h 59m

$286

New OrleansOakland

MSY - OAK

MSYOAK

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 11/13

9:55 am-2:35 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Oakland

Tue 11/18

2:50 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$289

New OrleansOakland

MSY - OAK

MSYOAK

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 11/13

5:19 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Oakland

Tue 11/18

6:30 am-4:19 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$289

New OrleansSan Francisco

MSY - SFO

MSYSFO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 11/8

6:20 am-11:48 am

1 stop7h 28m

San Francisco

Tue 11/18

8:25 am-5:38 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$289

New OrleansSan Francisco

MSY - SFO

MSYSFO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 12/19

7:50 pm-12:20 am

1 stop6h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 12/30

1:20 pm-12:05 am

1 stop8h 45m

$289

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Best time to book a flight from New Orleans to San Francisco Bay Area

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to San Francisco Bay Area?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $89). Flying from New Orleans to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $268). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MSY to XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 13, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from New Orleans to San Francisco Bay Area in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 38% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Orleans to San Francisco Bay Area?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New Orleans to San Francisco Bay Area. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New Orleans to San Francisco Bay Area flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from New Orleans to San Francisco Bay Area

Explore weekly flight availability from New Orleans to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated October 13, 2025.

The most flights from MSY to zzXIH are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated October 13, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from New Orleans to San Francisco Bay Area have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,065 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,065 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,065 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,065 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,971 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,065 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,970 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,065 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,046 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,065 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from New Orleans to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Located just 11.4 mi from the city center, New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Francisco Bay Area from New Orleans.

  • How popular is this New Orleans to San Francisco Bay Area flight route?

    Flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to San Francisco Bay Area have been viewed 37 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from New Orleans to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, and JetBlue can get you from New Orleans to San Francisco Bay Area in just under 5h. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 52m. There are 1906 mi between New Orleans and San Francisco Bay Area. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Orleans to San Francisco Bay Area one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from New Orleans to San Francisco Bay Area are Delta ($140), Alaska Airlines ($143), and Frontier ($152).

  • What are the most popular routes from New Orleans to San Francisco Bay Area?

    The most popular flight routes from New Orleans to San Francisco Bay Area are New Orleans Louis Armstrong - San Francisco, New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Oakland and New Orleans Louis Armstrong - San Jose.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New Orleans to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Before booking your flight to San Francisco Bay Area from New Orleans, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Virgin Australia (83%), Air New Zealand (83%), United Airlines( 46%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New Orleans to San Francisco Bay Area?

    On average you can expect to pay $902 for a flight from New Orleans to San Francisco Bay Area. The cheapest flight overall is $197 while the most popular route, (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - San Francisco) is currently priced at $196.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Orleans to San Francisco Bay Area that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New Orleans to San Francisco Bay Area flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New Orleans to San Francisco Bay Area?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Orleans to San Francisco Bay Area.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Orleans to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans to San Francisco Bay Area by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $89). Flying from New Orleans to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $268). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from New Orleans to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to San Francisco Bay Area. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$89Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$130Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$196Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$269Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$278Average$395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$296Average$586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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